don't know what.
2007-02-08 16:28:50 · 14 answers · asked by sweet_leaf 7 in Health ➔ Mental Health
I just went through this with my brother. I think the best thing you can do for them is be supportive. Take them out to eat or to a movie. Do something they would enjoy that doesn't revolve around drugs or alcohol. A encouraging book is a good idea if you want to give a book or just an card that speaks from the heart. Most of all your support and love are the most important gifts......
2007-02-08 16:34:42 · answer #1 · answered by talk2bobbie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on how dedicated they are to staying clean...I know personally that finding a higher power is the number one thing that they push while in. So, a Bible would be ideal. There are also work books and "Just For Today" books that are VERY helpful when struggling with an addiction. These books have been written by addicts and talk about every struggle they may encounter while trying to stay clean and how people have gotten threw them without resorting back to the drugs or alcohol. The stories give them hope, and encouragement and it also lets them know that they aren't alone. These books can be found at any book store or your local AA/NA meeting place.
2007-02-09 00:37:28 · answer #2 · answered by emerald_eyes_in_ok 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would like to recommend two books to you for your friend for finding purpose in life! Might be good to your friend to know your are willing to be there to help him or her and know there is a purpose for his or her life after the rehab to try to get there life back together! 1. The Purpose Driven Life. by Rick Warren 2002 and 2. Your Best Life Now by Joel Osteen 2004.
2007-02-09 01:32:47 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just your gift of friendship!Talk with your friend and just listen.You might offer to give a ride to an AA/NA meeting to help in continued recovery.Maybe go out for pizza afterward .
But the gift of friendship is whats important.
2007-02-09 00:56:20 · answer #4 · answered by reikigirl8 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A card with an encouraging message is always helpful.
Let this person know you are available for emotional support.
Promise them you'll be there.
That said, try:
candles
flowers
a plant
a disposible camera and an invitation for a day out together in a park or someplace pretty.
2007-02-09 00:37:03 · answer #5 · answered by diannegoodwin@sbcglobal.net 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take them out to eat or give them a gift card to a resturant so they can enjoy a day out to eat !
2007-02-09 00:32:22 · answer #6 · answered by monkeymomma46 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes giving him a good companion and a lot of work to keep him busy will not only help but change his life.
2007-02-09 00:35:49 · answer #7 · answered by Dr. Arun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A hug is a ood place to start.
And a really cool journal thingy they can write in -- most 12 steps recommend a journal therapy.
2007-02-09 00:34:53 · answer #8 · answered by MJPeeper 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nope...
don't give anything..
take them out to a meal but don't give gift ect.
they need to get back on track.
I've known people to sell items given to them--and use money to relapse..don't aid a person...
2007-02-09 00:42:29 · answer #9 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PSP. keeps their mind of certain things. Or SIMS 2, he'll be busy managing other lives and forgetting about his own. Just kidding, PSP would be nice.
2007-02-09 00:32:26 · answer #10 · answered by sk|TTLes™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋